Why Crude Oil Prices Are Falling: Trump’s Iran Decision Explained

Crude oil prices plummeted after Donald Trump’s decision to temporarily halt military strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure, signaling a de-escalation of geopolitical tensions and impacting global oil markets. Photograph: Christian Hartmann/Reuters Key Points Crude oil prices fell sharply after Donald

Foreign investors dump Rs 88,180 cr in Mar; 2026 outflows cross Rs 1 lakh cr

Escalating geopolitical tensions and a weakening rupee are driving a significant outflow of foreign investment from Indian equities, raising concerns about economic growth and corporate earnings. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points Foreign investors have withdrawn over Rs 88,000 crore from

Indian Exports See Marginal Decline in February Amid Geopolitical Tensions

India’s February trade data reveals a slight dip in exports and a surge in imports, with the looming West Asia crisis poised to further disrupt trade dynamics and increase economic uncertainty. Photograph: Wolfgang Rattay/Reuters Key Points India’s merchandise exports decreased

Markets extend losses on soaring crude prices; Sensex tanks 800 pts

Indian stock markets witnessed a significant downturn as the Sensex and Nifty plummeted due to surging crude oil prices driven by geopolitical instability and persistent foreign capital outflows, sparking investor concerns. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters Key Points The Sensex plunged over

Rupee Hits All-Time Low as Oil Prices Surge and Dollar Strengthens

The Indian rupee plummeted to a historic low against the US dollar as escalating geopolitical tensions and soaring crude oil prices trigger economic concerns about inflation and trade deficits. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh Key Points The Indian rupee hit a record

Stock Market Today March 9, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,353 points

The Indian stock market witnessed a significant plunge in Sensex and Nifty, driven by soaring crude oil prices, escalating geopolitical tensions, and continuous foreign fund outflows, impacting investor sentiment. Photograph: Shailesh Andrade/Reuters Key Points The Sensex and Nifty indices experienced

Stock Market Crash: Investors Lose Rs 16.32 Lakh Crore in Two Days

Escalating geopolitical tensions and weak global cues triggered a significant stock market downturn in India, wiping out ₹16.32 lakh crore of investor wealth in just two days. IMAGE: Kindly note that this image has been posted for representational purposes only.